Reporting and Analysis. Hardcover, Cengage
Guide students in understanding the importance of accounting information and how it is critical to others in business with Wahlen/Jones/Pagach's "Intermediate Accounting:Reporting and Analysis," 5th Edition. Examples and cases from companies such as Starbucks, Coca-Cola, Apple, Louis Vuitton and Nestlé reinforce the book's unique business perspective on the actual consequences of financial accounting. Students see the role of accounting information for investors, creditors and other stakeholders. In-depth coverage addresses the latest accounting standards. The online learning platform CNOWv2 boosts student confidence. An adaptive study plan, quick checks and demonstration videos offer thorough explanations, time-management tools and detailed remediation. Flexible algorithmic homework exercises allow you to assign multiple versions of exercises for your students.
Features
- CNOWv2 elevates student thinking with digital tools that motivate, build mastery and connect concepts -- preparing learners for exams and long-term success.
- Cases and examples from Clorox, Coca-Cola and other top companies show why accounting matters and help students think critically about financial implications.
- Real Reports let students analyze excerpts from actual annual reports, apply concepts and answer questions -- making learning practical and engaging.
- A positive, student-friendly, unique approach shows why accounting matters. Chapter-opening vignettes and memorable examples highlight its value to decision makers, which motivates students for further study.
- IFRS coverage clarifies global standards with side-by-side GAAP comparisons, real company examples and applications showing how entries and statements differ. End-of-chapter IFRS assignments highlight real company financial statements from international companies, such as Louis Vuitton and Nestlé.
- Looking Ahead previews upcoming changes like lease accounting and financial statement updates, helping students anticipate key developments in the profession.
- Codification Applications guide students step by step in using FASB’s standards, with assignments that build research skills and confidence in applying codification.
- Next-Level Requirements push students beyond basics with advanced, gradable tasks in CNOWv2 -- building critical thinking and decision-making skills for mastery.